Movie Review: War Room (2015): A Movie That Teaches Us To Fight Life's Battle Differently.

There are some movies you watch once and then forget, and there are others that stay with you because they speak beyond the screen. War Room belongs to the second category for me. It’s not a movie filled with action scenes or flashy special effects, but what it lacks in those areas, it makes up for with a strong message about prayer, faith, and family.

The story follows Elizabeth Jordan, a real estate agent whose life seems stable from the outside but is quietly falling apart within. Her marriage to Tony is strained, filled with arguments, distance, and unspoken bitterness.

Tony himself is portrayed as a successful businessman, but he carries pride, anger, and temptations that threaten to destroy not only his marriage but also his career. It’s a picture of how people can look perfect in public but crumble in private.

The turning point comes when Elizabeth meets Miss Clara, an elderly woman with a vibrant personality and deep faith. Miss Clara introduces her to the idea of a “war room”—a quiet space in her home dedicated solely to prayer. She explains that just like soldiers prepare and strategize before going into battle, believers should also prepare spiritually for the challenges of life. This concept becomes the heart of the film.

What I found powerful is how War Room shifts the perspective on conflict. Instead of focusing on constant arguing or trying to fight people, it shows prayer as a way to release burdens and redirect energy. It doesn’t portray prayer as some magic that instantly fixes problems, but rather as a practice that changes the person praying. Through Elizabeth’s journey, you see how her heart softens, how her perspective changes, and how her quiet persistence begins to influence her family.

The humor and wisdom Miss Clara brings kept the film from becoming too heavy. Her bold prayers, fiery speeches, and even her little moments of back talk made her stand out as the character many viewers remember most. It felt like Miss Clara was talking directly to me, urging me to check the “temperature” of my spiritual life and fight the right battles.

Elizabeth, also delivered a convincing performance. You could feel her frustration, her weariness, and later her transformation as she leaned into faith. Tony reflected the tension so many people face when pride and temptation collide with responsibility. Together, they made the story feel authentic, not exaggerated.

On a personal note, War Room made me pause and think about the way we often handle challenges. It’s easy to lash out, complain, or try to fix everything by ourselves. But the film reminded me that sometimes stepping back and surrendering through prayer brings more peace than all the shouting in the world. It also showed me that prayer is not weakness; it’s strategy. Miss Clara’s line about “fighting the right battles” stuck with me long after the movie ended.

I wouldn’t call War Room the type of film for everyone. Some people might feel it’s too preachy, especially if they’re not used to faith-based movies. But if you go in with an open mind, it’s hard not to be touched by at least one of the lessons. At the very least, it makes you think about the foundations of your relationships, your priorities, and how you respond to life’s storms.

In conclusion, War Room is more than just a family drama, it’s a call to reflect, to pray, and to fight wisely. It may not win awards for flashy production, but it wins in impact. For me, it was a reminder that even in the messiness of life, faith can bring clarity, healing, and hope.

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